Suncrest College

🚀 Career Explorations 2025 is back! 🚀 High school students will attend in the morning, and the afternoon is open to everyone looking for their next step—whether it’s a new career, training, or education pathway! 📍 Gallagher Centre, Yorkton 📅 Tuesday, October 7 ⏰ 12:00 – 2:00 PM (afternoon session for the public) 💼 70+ employers & education exhibitors 🎯 Hands-on activities & presentations ✅ Free & open to everyone! Don’t miss your chance to connect with local employers and colleges, explore opportunities, and discover what’s possible for your future. #YorktonCareerFair #FutureStartsHere

This week at the Treaty 4 Gathering in Fort Qu’Appelle, we welcomed hundreds of students to our booth daily. Our staff were honoured to participate in events and activities throughout the gathering, all set against the beautiful backdrop of the Qu’Appelle Valley. ✨ #Treaty4Gathering #FortQuAppelle #QuAppelleValley

🌿 Our staff and students had the privilege of spending the day on the land at Kinistin Saulteaux Nation, where we learned through sage and labrador tea picking. Land-based learning takes us beyond the classroom. It blends science, ecology, and traditional knowledge while encouraging critical thinking as stewards of the land. These experiences also strengthen connections to Indigenous traditions and stories, preserve knowledge about respectful harvesting, and build identity, belonging, and cultural pride through hands-on learning. We are so grateful to Linda Bird for welcoming us, sharing her knowledge, and guiding us through such a meaningful experience. Thank you, Linda!

🚨 New Program Alert! 🚨 ⚡ Put a spark in your career! ⚡ Welding training is coming to Tisdale! 🔧🔥 Check out the NEW Welding Applied Certificate program through Saskatchewan Polytechnic — starting November 3! ✅ 20-week program ✅ Hands-on training in: • Shop safety & general practices • Oxy/acetylene welding & cutting • Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) • Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) With this Sask Polytech credential, you may qualify for apprenticeship credit through SATCC! 💼 Career opportunities: refineries, construction, mills, plants, mines, repair shops & more. 👉 To find out more or apply: suncrestcollege.ca/programs/welding-ac #Welding #SkilledTrades #Tisdale

Don’t Miss Out – Limited Seats Available! Suncrest College is offering Basic Security Training in partnership with Prince Albert Security Services (PASS). 📅 Sept 15–19, 2025 | 9am–5pm 📍 Yorkton – Trades & Technology Centre 💲 $548 + taxes This 40-hour, Saskatchewan Justice–approved course prepares you for the provincial exam, includes First Aid certification, and gets you ready to apply for your security guard license. 👉 Call 306.786.2760 or email [email protected] for details and to register. 🌐 Learn more:

🔥 From classroom to the front lines! Just days after graduating from Suncrest College’s Professional Firefighter Qualification program, 8 new firefighters have been hired by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency to help battle wildfires across the province. 👩‍🚒👨‍🚒 We’re proud of our graduates for stepping up to protect Saskatchewan communities when they’re needed most. Wishing them safety and success as they begin their careers. 💪 Read more 👉 https://suncrestcollege.ca/news/suncrest-college-fire-grads #SuncrestCollege #Firefighter #SPSA #WildfireResponse

☀ We recently visited past and current ECE students at the SIGN Early Learning Centre in Yorkton and were so impressed by the welcoming space and incredible educators. It’s always inspiring to see our students thriving in their careers! Early Childhood Educators make a lasting impact on the children they support. We had a blast, our “feature daycare” kiddos loved the spotlight, and we even met the children of several Suncrest staff members! 💛 Special thanks to SIGN for the warm welcome, and to the parents who let us share these awesome photos. Interested in one of our ECE programs? For more info on part-time options visit https://suncrestcollege.ca/programs/early-childhood-education-diploma-part-time or check out https://suncrestcollege.ca/programs/early-childhood-education-coa-2 for information about the full-time diploma. #earlychildhoodeducation #CareerInChildcare #earlylearning

🚒 Breaking Barriers. Building Stronger Teams. 🚒 On August 1, 18 students graduated from Suncrest College’s Professional Firefighter Qualification program, marking the successful completion of a 20-week high-intensity course at the Saskatchewan Emergency Response Institute (SERI), located just outside Melville, SK. This year’s class included a record 7 Indigenous graduates and 3 women. Graduate Stee-Jans Big Eagle shared: "I want more Indigenous youth to see that there’s a place for them here. Growing up, I had few role models in careers like firefighting, EMS, or policing. If even one young person sees me and thinks, ‘I can do that too,’ then I’ve made a difference." Graduate Mandy Morrison added: "Firefighting lets me turn my passion for helping others into a meaningful career. Women bring unique skills and perspectives that make our teams stronger and our communities safer." Congratulations to the Class of 2025 for breaking barriers, setting examples, and paving the way for future firefighters of all backgrounds.! These grads are ready to protect and serve communities across Saskatchewan and beyond. 🔥👏 #SuncrestCollege #FirefighterTraining #BreakingBarriers #IndigenousSuccess #WomenInFire #DiversityInAction

✨ “Getting my ECE diploma was a game-changer!” ✨ Eleanor Head, now the Childcare Director in Shoal Lake Cree Nation, found her calling through Suncrest College’s Early Childhood Education program. 💬 “The hands-on experience, an amazing instructor, and flexible part-time classes really worked for my life. Now, I’m making a real difference in kids’ lives every day — and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to pursue Early Childhood.” If you're passionate about working with children and want a rewarding career that fits your lifestyle, this could be your moment. 👶 Early Childhood Education courses are offered across our region, the full-time Diploma program in Yorkton starting Fall 2025 and part-time classes available in Melfort, Tisdale, Nipawin, & Yorkton. 💸 Students in the Yorkton full-time diploma program (Fall 2025 intake only) are eligible for an $8,000 bursary upon successful completion of Year 1 🎓 Diploma graduates can ladder into a Bachelor of Education Degree at the University of Regina 📍 Find your fit | 🗓️ Apply today 👉 suncrestcollege.ca/programs/early-childhood-education-coa-2 #SuncrestCollege #ECEProgram #EarlyLearning #ECEJourney

📸 Real-world learning in action! Students in our Yorkton and Kamsack digital skills program are now working on projects with local businesses and putting their new tech knowledge to work. This 12-week program supports Indigenous peoples, newcomers, women, and youth in building the digital and workplace skills needed for today’s economy. 💻✨ #futureskillscanada #SuncrestCollege #DigitalSkills

🌿 Thinking about becoming a teacher? 📣 We’re excited to share that Suncrest College will be launching a new cohort for the Bachelor of Indigenous Education program this fall! Offered in partnership with First Nations University of Canada, this four-year degree focuses on Indigenous culture, language, and holistic learning—preparing you to teach in elementary or high school. 🧡 📍 Locations: Yorkton and a remote section based in Melfort 📅 Classes start September 2025 🎓 Apply through the University of Regina This program is open to everyone—and it’s a meaningful path for those who want to teach with heart, cultural understanding, and a connection to community. Let’s grow the next generation of educators—right here at home. 👉 Learn more: https://suncrestcollege.ca/programs/indigenous-education-bachelor-degree 📩 Questions? Reach out to our Advisor, Alisa Perkins: 📧 [email protected] | ☎️ 306-786-2595 #IndigenousEducation #SuncrestCollege #FutureTeacher #EducationMatters

🌟 Thank You to Our Incredible Scholarship Donors We are so grateful to the individuals, families, and organizations who generously support Suncrest College students through scholarships. Thanks to our donors, and with nearly all awards matched through the Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Scholarship (SIOS) program, which provides Government of Saskatchewan funding matched with donations from private sector and community-based partners, hundreds of students each year receive meaningful financial support. Our donors play an active role in creating their scholarship. They choose the award name, set the criteria, and decide whether it’s an entrance or internal award. From there, our team manages the promotion and application process, making it easy to give back. Each year, donors are invited to personally present their awards at our Scholarship Ceremony, a truly special moment for both donor and student. This year, we were honoured to welcome several new awards created in memory of loved ones. If you’re interested in becoming a donor or learning more, email us at [email protected] #ThankYouDonors #SuncrestCollege #StudentSuccess #ScholarshipsMatter #SupportEducation

Another sidewalk done at our Tisdale Campus as we recognize #PrideMonth! 💚🧡💛💗

🎓 It’s one of our favourite times of year — graduation season! Congratulations to all of our grads! Your hard work and dedication brought you here, and we’re honoured you chose Suncrest College to be part of your journey. Here are a few moments from the Yorkton and Melfort ceremonies but you can find even more in our photo gallery at 👉 suncrestcollege.ca/graduation See someone you know? Tag them and congratulate their success. #SuncrestGrad2025

Yesterday, we were honoured to welcome Deputy Minister Drew Wilby and Assistant Deputy Minister Darcy Smycniuk from the Ministry of Immigration and Career Training to Suncrest College! Their visit included a tour of our Trades & Technology Centre (TTC), where they spent time in the Power Engineering Lab and Welding Shop, getting a firsthand look at how we're preparing students with job-ready skills. We wrapped up the day at our SERI site, highlighting our commitment to innovation and growth in professional and industrial firefighter training. Thank you for your continued support in helping us build Saskatchewan’s talent pipeline and produce skilled graduates ready to meet the needs of today’s labour market. #SuncrestCollege #SkilledTrades #FireTraining #SaskatchewanJobs #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureReady

What an incredible day at the Saskatchewan Emergency Response Institute for our very first Good Spirit School Division 204 THINK EMS Day! 🚑🔥 Over 50 students joined us for a day full of hands-on learning and career exploration in emergency services. It was a busy and inspiring event from start to finish! A huge thank you to STARS Ambulance, St John Ambulance, Saskatchewan Health Authority, and our dedicated Suncrest College Firefighting instructors for leading such impactful and engaging activities. Your expertise and energy made the day unforgettable for these future first responders! 🙌 #THINKEMS #SuncrestCollege #EmergencyServices #HandsOnLearning #FutureFirstResponders

🔥 This past weekend, Suncrest College was proud to host participants from the 2025 Saskatchewan Volunteer Fire Fighter's Association (SVFFA) Spring School at the Saskatchewan Emergency Response Institute. From hands-on training to team building, it was an action-packed few days filled with learning, skill-building, and community spirit. A huge thank you to all the volunteer firefighters who joined us — your dedication and commitment keep our communities safe! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒 #SVFFA2025 #SuncrestCollege #FirefighterTraining #CommunityStrong #SaskatchewanFirefighters #SPSA

Today, Suncrest College, Southeast College Saskatchewan, and the Yorkton Tribal Council officially marked the launch of a partnership for a new digital and workplace skills program designed to empower Indigenous peoples, newcomers, women, and youth in rural communities. Thanks to a $404,000 grant from Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures, this innovative program will deliver face-to-face training in computer science and workplace readiness skills starting this summer. ✅ Now accepting registrations – don’t miss this opportunity to gain in-demand tech skills and real-world experience close to home! 📍 Offered in Yorkton and Kamsack through Suncrest College. 🔗 Visit: https://suncrestcollege.ca/programs/digital_careers Together, we’re building digital skills and brighter futures across Saskatchewan! #SuncrestCollege #SoutheastCollege #YorktonTribalCouncil #DATAinaNewWaY #FutureSkillsCanada #DigitalSkills #RuralInnovation #SkillsForSuccess #NowRegistering

Earlier this month, we hosted Open House events in Melfort and Yorkton! Future students had the chance to tour our campuses, meet our staff, chat with current students, and get a real feel for life at Suncrest College. Many also took advantage of our no application fee offer and applied for a program! Thanks to everyone who joined us — we’re excited to welcome the next generation of Suncrest students! 🌟 #SuncrestCollege #FutureStudents #OpenHouse #YourFutureStartsHere

🚒 Day one is in the books! Suncrest College's 21st Platoon is officially in the classroom, as the new intake of future Fire Fighters begin their training at the Saskatchewan Emergency Response Institute, or SERI. The program runs 20 weeks throughout the spring and summer at the site situated just outside of Melville. For more information on Saskatchewan's only Professional Firefighter training program, click here: https://buff.ly/yYWlZs8 #SuncrestSuccess #FireTraining #EmergencyServices

Proud to call Lee a Suncrest College alumnus! Keep up the great work, Lee!

☀️ Suncrest College Hosts CICan National Skills for Success Hackathon 🎉 On March 22 and 23, Suncrest proudly hosted the Colleges and Institutes Canada / Collèges et instituts Canada (CICan) National Skills for Success Hackathon, bringing together students from across Canada to collaborate on an innovative career pathway tool. Three Suncrest teams from Yorkton, Fort Qu’Appelle & Nipawin joined 34 teams nationwide to develop ideas that enhance workforce development. Though only six teams advanced to the final presentations, our students received incredible feedback from industry experts! A huge THANK YOU to our participants for their dedication, teamwork & creativity. We’re proud of you! #SkillsForSuccess #Hackathon #Innovation #StudentSuccess

We were honored to welcome Yann Martel, award-winning author of Life of Pi, for an inspiring talk with students, staff, and the community in Melfort. Thanks to Braden Olson, a former Suncrest College student and now a USask professor at Suncrest College, Martel joined us to share insights into his creative process, the deeper themes in his work, and how he explores life’s biggest questions - meaning, faith, and survival - through storytelling. Martel offered an insightful behind-the-scenes look at his writing, engaged in thoughtful conversation with attendees, and graciously signed books - making it an unforgettable experience for all who participated. Yann Martel #USask #lifeofpi

📰 We're doing our part for the local economy! A new study has found that Suncrest College contributes $119.8 million to the regional economy every year! From student spending to workforce development, our college plays a vital role in shaping the future of our communities. Read more: https://suncrestcollege.ca/news/suncrest-college-contributes-119-8-million-to-regional-economy-new-study-finds #SuncrestCollege #EconomicImpact #StrongerTogether

Proud to have three of our staff represented in the SASW - Yellowhead East Branch. #SocialWorkMonth2025 #socialworkweek2025

🌱💡 A Brighter, Greener Future at Suncrest College! 💡🌱 Our Applied Research team is making big strides in sustainability at the Trades and Technology Centre in Yorkton! 🚀 By upgrading 76 outdated light fixtures to energy-efficient LEDs, we’re not only reducing emissions but also dramatically improving visibility. ✨ The impact? ✅ 50% reduction in electricity use ✅ 35,620 kg fewer carbon emissions per year (that’s like taking six cars off the road!) ✅ $8,000 in annual energy savings ✅ Spaces are now 50% to 400% brighter, with an average increase of 786 lux! This project, funded by a $70,000 grant from Colleges and Institutes Canada / Collèges et instituts Canada and Environment and Climate Change , is a shining example of sustainability in action. 🌎 Learn more: https://suncrestcollege.ca/news/suncrest-college-sustainable-lighting-project Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to lead by example! #SustainableFuture #GreenCampus #SuncrestCollege #AppliedResearch #EnergyEfficiency

📢 Building Stronger Communities Through Education Last week, Suncrest College proudly welcomed local government and municipal leaders to our Showcase events in Melfort and Yorkton! 🎉 From MPs, MLAs, and mayors to the Minister of Advanced Education, leaders toured our campuses, engaged with staff, and discussed how education fuels workforce development and economic growth. 💼📚 These conversations reinforce the vital role Suncrest College plays in shaping a skilled workforce and strengthening our communities. 🔗 Learn more: https://suncrestcollege.ca/news/suncrest-college-hosts-bridging-leadership-event-to-highlight-impact-and-collaboration #SuncrestCollege #EducationMatters #StrongerTogether #CommunityConnections

"Forget dating apps—let’s match you with your dream career! Swipe left or right on your future. Which one’s getting a SUPER LIKE? 👇 #CareerMatch #SwipeRightOnSuccess"

🚨 We had some special visitors at TTC on Wednesday! A huge thank you to the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol for delivering their presentation, all focused on giving Suncrest students in AET and HETT programs a run down on the rules of the road. From fines to weigh scales, it was a presentation our students won't soon forget! #HighwayPatrol #AET #HETT #SuncrestSuccess

🗺️ Let's take a trip down memory lane to past International development projects at Suncrest 📸 Everything began in 2006 in Kenya, and we're getting prepared to start our sixth multi-year partnership in South Africa! Kenya ➡️ Belize ➡️ Jamaica ➡️ Tanzania ➡️ Belize ➡️ South Africa Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada | Colleges and Institutes Canada / Collèges et instituts Canada | #tbt #IDW #InternationalDevelopment #IDW2025

☀️ Check out our new machine for Suncrest's Medical Laboratory Assistant program! 🔬 This new machine, called ThinPrep 5000, is able to prepare slides for examination, making detection of pre-malignant or malignant disease simpler and faster. We'd like to thank The Health Foundation Yorkton, Saskatchewan for their generous support, in purchasing this state-of-the-art equipment, you are ensuring the best possible education for our students! For more on the MLA program, click here: https://buff.ly/3ZrqU9s #SuncrestSuccess #MLA #Health